UK breakthrough brings radioactive medicine deliveries by drone a step closer
UK breakthrough brings radioactive medicine deliveries by drone a step closer
In a regulatory milestone that sets a new benchmark for transporting radiopharmaceuticals and other dangerous goods by drone, the UK Government’s Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA) has confirmed that crash protected containers from Viking Drone Packaging (VDP) meet its RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft System) performance requirements.
50,000 defence opportunities to be created for young people in the UK by 2035
50,000 defence opportunities to be created for young people in the UK by 2035
The initiative is aimed at 18 to 24-year-olds and will provide greater access to work experience, apprenticeships and other routes into employment.
Aerospace
UK breakthrough brings radioactive medicine deliveries by drone a step closer
UK breakthrough brings radioactive medicine deliveries by drone a step closer
In a regulatory milestone that sets a new benchmark for transporting radiopharmaceuticals and other dangerous goods by drone, the UK Government’s Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA) has confirmed that crash protected containers from Viking Drone Packaging (VDP) meet its RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft System) performance requirements.
Defence
HMS Agamemnon departs Barrow after 13 years to begin Royal Navy sea trials
HMS Agamemnon departs Barrow after 13 years to begin Royal Navy sea trials
One year and two days after commissioning, the HMS Agamemnon attack submarine has finally set sail and is soon start her extensive sea trails before reaching operational capability.
Security
Police Scotland completes roll out of body worn video technology
Police Scotland completes roll out of body worn video technology
The national roll out of body worn video (BWV) technology helps Police Scotland to de-escalate incidents, improve public trust in policing and bring wider benefits to the criminal justice system.
Space
Could Moon dust provide propellant for spacecraft?
Could Moon dust provide propellant for spacecraft?
The University of Surrey is leading a research project funded by the European Space Agency (ESA), to evaluate whether metal magnesium can be extracted from Moon dust, to propel future spacecraft.
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Where the MoD’s record £34.1bn UK industry spend is going
Where the MoD’s record £34.1bn UK industry spend is going
The MoD spent a record £34.1bn with UK industry in 2025/26, including £20.9bn on equipment and support. But SMEs’ share of direct spending remained unchanged.
Vertical Aerospace’s new Valo assembly centre puts UK manufacturing ambitions on the runway
Vertical Aerospace’s new Valo assembly centre puts UK manufacturing ambitions on the runway
At Cotswold Airport, ADS Advance saw how a refurbished wartime hangar will support Vertical’s next phase, with plans for larger factories and more than 2,000 UK jobs beyond it.
UK breakthrough brings radioactive medicine deliveries by drone a step closer
UK breakthrough brings radioactive medicine deliveries by drone a step closer
In a regulatory milestone that sets a new benchmark for transporting radiopharmaceuticals and other dangerous goods by drone, the UK Government’s Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA) has confirmed that crash protected containers from Viking Drone Packaging (VDP) meet its RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft System) performance requirements.
Vertical Aerospace’s new Valo assembly centre puts UK manufacturing ambitions on the runway
Vertical Aerospace’s new Valo assembly centre puts UK manufacturing ambitions on the runway
At Cotswold Airport, ADS Advance saw how a refurbished wartime hangar will support Vertical’s next phase, with plans for larger factories and more than 2,000 UK jobs beyond it.
Over 900 aircraft delivered as production reaches 8-year high, ADS reports
Over 900 aircraft delivered as production reaches 8-year high, ADS reports
Commercial aircraft manufacturers delivered 903 aircraft through August 2026, up 9% year on year, as the Airbus and Boeing backlog topped 17,000.
Could Moon dust provide propellant for spacecraft?
Could Moon dust provide propellant for spacecraft?
The University of Surrey is leading a research project funded by the European Space Agency (ESA), to evaluate whether metal magnesium can be extracted from Moon dust, to propel future spacecraft.
ClearSpace to advance ESA’s Phoenix GEO life-extension mission
ClearSpace to advance ESA’s Phoenix GEO life-extension mission
The European Space Agency (ESA) has contracted ClearSpace for the new phase of Phoenix’s rendezvous, docking and servicing technologies, towards commercial GEO satellite life-extension services.
The RAF has been jamming other countries’ satellites for a year
The RAF has been jamming other countries’ satellites for a year
After reporting in 2025 that its military satellites are being jammed by Russia, the UK has revealed its jamming unnamed adversary satellites as the space domain heats up.
50,000 defence opportunities to be created for young people in the UK by 2035
50,000 defence opportunities to be created for young people in the UK by 2035
The initiative is aimed at 18 to 24-year-olds and will provide greater access to work experience, apprenticeships and other routes into employment.
HMS Agamemnon departs Barrow after 13 years to begin Royal Navy sea trials
HMS Agamemnon departs Barrow after 13 years to begin Royal Navy sea trials
One year and two days after commissioning, the HMS Agamemnon attack submarine has finally set sail and is soon start her extensive sea trails before reaching operational capability.
Where the MoD’s record £34.1bn UK industry spend is going
Where the MoD’s record £34.1bn UK industry spend is going
The MoD spent a record £34.1bn with UK industry in 2025/26, including £20.9bn on equipment and support. But SMEs’ share of direct spending remained unchanged.
UK breakthrough brings radioactive medicine deliveries by drone a step closer
UK breakthrough brings radioactive medicine deliveries by drone a step closer
In a regulatory milestone that sets a new benchmark for transporting radiopharmaceuticals and other dangerous goods by drone, the UK Government’s Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA) has confirmed that crash protected containers from Viking Drone Packaging (VDP) meet its RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft System) performance requirements.
Coracle launches digital learning scheme for former prisoners
Coracle launches digital learning scheme for former prisoners
Cambridge-based Coracle has introduced a new digital learning scheme for former prisoners, allowing them to access laptops and educational tools in dedicated facilities monitored by CCTV.
Police Scotland completes roll out of body worn video technology
Police Scotland completes roll out of body worn video technology
The national roll out of body worn video (BWV) technology helps Police Scotland to de-escalate incidents, improve public trust in policing and bring wider benefits to the criminal justice system.
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